No. 69 in Japanese
大会
Tournament; competition; convention.
In a sentence
昨日、学校で運動大会が開かれました。
Yesterday, a sports event was held at school.
大会 is used here to refer to a 'sports event' involving competition among participants.
年に一度の音楽大会でピアノを演奏します。
I will perform piano at the annual music competition.
大会 is used here to refer to a 'music competition,' indicating a formal event involving participants demonstrating musical skills.
ゲーム大会に参加して、優勝を目指します。
I will participate in the gaming tournament and aim to win.
大会 is utilized here to refer to a 'gaming tournament,' denoting a competitive event concentrated on video or board games.
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